6550--DNA Extraction Reagents Minneapolis VA Health Care System

This amendment to Solicitation 36C26326R0054, issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, extends the offer receipt deadline to May 15, 2026, at 4:00 PM CDT. The purpose of this modification is to incorporate two key clauses: Provision 52.219-1 (Small Business Program Representations) and Clause 52.225-3 (Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Israeli Trade Act Deviation). Offerors must acknowledge this amendment by completing and returning copies or by referencing it in their offers or communications. The Small Business Program Representations provision outlines definitions for various small business categories, including EDWOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB concerns, and specifies the NAICS code (333241) and size standard (500 Employees) for this acquisition related to "DNA Extraction Reagents." It also requires offerors to represent their small business status. The Buy American clause addresses trade agreements. This amendment is critical for ensuring compliance and eligibility for potential contractors.